Clare RushingThe Myth (And Truth) of the Tortured ArtistWhen I was a baby bipolar, not yet diagnosed and a chaos of emotional swings and creativity, my parents told me that I had an “artistic…4 min read·Jan 16, 2024----
Clare RushingYou’re Not a Failure…YetIn 2021, I published my first novel. It’s the first book in a high fantasy series and a project I’d been working on since 2017. Like so…5 min read·Jan 15, 2024----
Clare RushingWhat Stardew Valley Teaches us about StorytellingDeveloped by ConcernedApe, this indie farming simulation RPG has captivated players worldwide, showcasing that a game need not rely on…4 min read·Dec 4, 2023----
Clare RushingNurturing Your Passion: The Pitfalls of Hustle Culture in WritingIn an era where success is often measured by visibility and income, writers are bombarded with advice to treat their craft as a side…2 min read·Dec 1, 2023----
Clare RushingThe Myth of Late-Blooming Success: Navigating Reality in the Age of Social Media ComparisonsIn the age of social media, inspirational posts often flood our feeds, showcasing the achievements of famous individuals who found success…2 min read·Dec 1, 2023----
Clare RushingSoothe Your Creative Chaos: How I Organize my Novel SeriesWriting a book is hard work — writing a book series even more so! How do authors keep track of all the characters and places and things…2 min read·Nov 10, 2022----
Clare RushingWhy Does Representation Matter in Fiction?In the history of storytelling, there are great examples of heroes who don’t fall into the common mould of the time; Tamora Pierce, for…3 min read·May 3, 2022----
Clare RushingWhat can you do with a BA in English?A real response to the question every English Major dreads.4 min read·Apr 9, 2022----
Clare RushingThe Lie of Easy” WritingThis quote, incorrectly attributed to Ernest Hemingway, is a pretty one. It evokes a few ideas — the brooding writer who works out deep…2 min read·Apr 6, 2022--1--1
Clare RushingIs Therapy for Everyone?The internet is ablaze with the commercialization of mental health. Mobile apps promise to improve your memory or mood, services like…4 min read·Apr 2, 2022----
